Scott Statement on the Passing of Madam Annie B. Daniels

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the passing of Madam Annie B. Daniels:

"I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my longtime friend and supporter Madam Annie B. Daniels. A treasured citizen of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Madam Daniels will be remembered for her entrepreneurial work and civic engagement.

"Madam Daniels was perhaps most famous for her work as a beloved hair stylist and founder of the Madam Daniels School of Beauty and Culture, a fixture of the southeast community in Newport News. But outside of her success as a local entrepreneur, she was an important advocate for civil rights and social justice in Virginia, and had been recognized by the City of Newport News, the NAACP, Hampton University, the Urban League of Hampton Roads, and the Virginia General Assembly.

"Madam Daniels played a vital role in the start of my career in public service and that of many other local community leaders. Since my first term in the House of Delegates and throughout my service in Congress, I often sought her advice and counsel.

"Our community was privileged to have the benefit of knowing and learning from such a highly respected trailblazer like Madam Daniels. My condolences to the family and many friends of Madam Annie B. Daniels."

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